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2010 Tastings and Teas

Something magical embroiders each program at our farm.  Capture the joy of the earth this season.  Join us for our exquisite, gourmet Tastings and Teas.

Participation in our programs is by prepaid, non-refundable reservation. Reservations can be made by calling our market at 585-638-8838.


2010 Tastings and Teas

Mother's Day Tea - Sunday, May 9th,  11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Served at tables with starched linen tablecloths, spring flowers, and antique china, our Mother's Day Tea is an exquisite tradition. Tea sandwiches and spring soup, warm scones and cream, cakes and dainty pastries served mid an orchard. Sessions at 11:00 and 1:30 are open for reservations. As with all of our functions non-refundable prepayment is appreciated.   

Father's Day Farm Brunch - Sunday, June 20th, 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
'What is so rare as a day in June!' This day will focus on great food, flowers and family fun for all ages. Our bountiful brunch will feature fresh picked strawberries and asparagus, thick slices of home made French toast with maple syrup and fruit sauces, baked ham, pies, strawberry shortcake and vegetarian offerings. Come create daisy crowns and chains, and look for bluebirds on our garden path.

Midsummer Night's Tasting - Friday, July 30th,  6:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
    AND Saturday, July 31st,  6:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
As the summer sun dips down to the horizon, and strains of lyric music float softly on a breeze, we will host our Midsummer Night's Tasting. Lanterns will twinkle from the cherry trees, candles will dance on the tables, flowers will nod in both garden and vase. Our foods, so carefully and lovingly prepared, will be presented on festive board. Settle into our summer world for an evening - as the moon rises and the butterflies rest.

Thanksgiving Tasting - November 5th -13th
As the lanterns and candles are lighted and the pot bellied stove in our market glows with warmth our historic barn, with cathedral-like tables made festive with bouquet and still life, and our delicious foods, presented from richly laden serving tables. Filled with character and twinkle and feeling, our Tastings are a moment to share the depth of what our farm means to us.
+ served at 6:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
      November 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th
+ served at 6:00 p.m. only
      November 7th, 10th, 11th       

Christmas Teas- December 1st - 17th
Elegant and old fashioned, our Christmas Tea is served in our darling herb cottage. Our antique sideboards are festooned with boughs and ribbons, and silver tea trays are filled with delicacies, both savory and sweet.
+ served at 12:30 p.m.
      December 1st, 2nd, 3rd
      December 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th
      December 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th
+ also served at 4:00 p.m. December 2nd, 9th, 16th